Saturday, May 31, 2008

Bamboo = the future of fabric!

A while back, Jasper had the good fortune of receiving an outfit from Bamboosa in their stunning Tahitian Blue color. Here's a picture of him in the pants and hat but with a coordinating brown tee. (He was a little too Smurfy in the complete ensemble all at once!):

I couldn't get over how soft the fabric was. Even softer than brushed cotton. Pretty comparable to stretchy silk jersey. But it's made from BAMBOO. Like the stuff panda bears eat. The stuff we have installed as our flooring. The stuff that is a renewable resource that also helps to offset carbon emissions. As green and eco-friendly as this wonder fabric might seem to be, it is also unbelievably luxurious. Amazingly, fabric made from bamboo is also naturally antibacterial, thermal regulating, anti-fungal, anti-static and possesses intrinsic SPF 15 protection! And did I mention how soft it is? Obviously, I had to try something from Bamboosa myself!

My choice was the 100% Bamboo Fine Jersey Sleep Slip. Since I am one of the sweatiest people on earth when I sleep, especially since Jasper (a.k.a. kotatsu) demands to sleep with me, I thought this would be a good garment to put to the thermal regulating/odor preventing test. It passed with flying colors. Not only is this the most comfortable nightgown I have ever owned, it is also pretty adorable. I got the black one and wouldn't even be embarrassed to get the paper in it. I liked it so much that I ordered a couple for my mom's birthday and she's the real hard sell. Surprise, she likes them, too! I would love to have one of these in every color. Seriously, they are that great. And so popular that apparently Bamboosa has a hard time keeping them in stock!

I ordered some Bamboosa socks for Bob since he has some issues with sweat and stink down there, which he will probably deny. He likened their cushiness to hiking socks like Smartwool, which apparently is a big compliment. The next items on my wishlist (aside from a zillion of those fantastic nightgowns) are the Bamboo Long Sleeve Hoodie and a couple of the gorgeous Bamboo Fine Jersey Scarves. If I could oust Jasper from my bed into his own crib again, the BambooBaby Crib Sheets look great and I would love to get a couple of the BambooBaby Hooded Towels since the poor boy is always using his big sister's hand-me-down pink scratchy baby towels. I also wish Bamboosa would make a nightgown in girls' sizes for Roo, who would adore them. And possibly a slightly heavier weight jersey dress so I could basically live in the nightgown…

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Evening, I have been on their site and there isn't a product I don't like! The properties of Bamboo never cease to amaze. I would have never know the products that could be made with it! I really like the "BambooBaby Gift Set 3-Purely Natural!" Please enter me in your delightful drawing. Many thanks,Cindijchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

I have always been a fan of bamboo products. So I am thrilled to see this site full of wonderful items for my whole family. I am definately going to get my Daughter some of thoes sheets, and I might just have to add a nightgown or two in that order. Thanksapril_epperson(at)yahoo.com

Not only do I have a baby on the way, and an infant, I have a 16 year old boy. The Bamboo Socks would be so wonderful for him - they have natural odor eating ingredient!!nateandjakesmom at gmail dot com

I'm so curious about Bamboo clothing. I have never felt it. I'm sure it is fantastic. Even though it looks like most of my wardrobe, or maybe because it does, I like the 100% Bamboo Fine Jersey Fitted V-Neck.

Recently I limit most of my spending to products that are made in the USA and as close to organic as possible so I'm really excited about this site. I'm looking at putting together an outfit for my baby girl. Thank you so much! Queenbella85@yahoo.com

LOL for myself I like the Bamboo Fine Jersey Fitted Tank and it even comes in my size! For my kids: for Helana since she's collecting Panda's definately the panda plush and the pale pink baby girl set, too much cool stuff to choose from I love it all!

I've heard some of the benefits to bamboo fabric, but I didn't know there were that many. Yours is the first review I've read by someone who actually tried it and I must say, you're a great spokesperson. :-)

I would love to get the bamboo body suits, pants and blanket. Since they help regulate temperature and protect from the sun (I had no idea), that would be perfect for a newborn. Oh and I'd get the baby blanket too for the same reason.

I wish they sold adult sheets or at least pillow cases. I hear they're expensive, but I'd love to give them a try.

oh and I love that BambooBaby Soapbar Gift Set. That would be a perfect gift for a baby shower (and it's gender neutral) and the price is good.

I just love the Bamboo for Two gift set. I'm gonna bookmark that site, my husband wants some new shirts and I like the selection they have. As well as the price. Thanks.Heidisweet_soul_sistermi@yahoo.com

The BambooBaby Blankets would make lovely gifts. I gave my granddaughter a bamboo bathrobe a year ago for Christmas and wish I'd bought one for all the girls in the family. It just gets softer with wear and it's soooo comfy.

I love bamboo fabric. I have had diapers made from bamboo and they are incredibly soft and absorbant. I would love to try some bamboo clothing for myself. The 100% Bamboo Fine Jersey Fitted Tank is really nice.